19/03/2025
Our Entry for "Re-envisioning Andarkilla Shahi Jame Mosque" at Andarkilla, Chattogram, Architectural Design Competition organized by the Institute of Architects Bangladesh
The Andarkilla Shahi Jame Mosque preserves the long standing relationship between the heritage mosque, the marketplace, and the rhythms of daily life in Chittagong. Our design respects how the space has evolved over time—walking past the market, rising up to the plaza, pausing to see the city unfold, and experiencing the quiet peace of the eastern sky at Fajr. These moments define the relationship between the mosque and its surroundings, shaping a design that keeps these experiences intact.
At its foundation, the project layers spaces in a way that allows movement to flow naturally. The market plaza, sitting at the lowest level, is not just a place of commerce but a familiar and active part of the city, shaped by how people gather and move through it. From here, the path leads to the mosque plaza, elevated above the market yet connected to it, offering a sense of pause before stepping into the heritage mosque. Each transition is designed to feel seamless, keeping the interaction between the city, the market, and the mosque uninterrupted. Our intention was to keep the relationships intact, ensuring that Andarkilla Mosque remains as much a part of everyday life as it has always been.
Our gratitude to Morsalin Choudhury Rana Bhai & Imran Hasan Bhai for their guidance and support throughout the process.
Team Member:
Morsalin Choudhury Rana, Imran Hasan, Farzad Ghani, Zareen Tasneem Sharif, Prosenjit Biswas, Mafi Hasan, Tahmid Yaasin, Zarin Rahman Suddhota